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France v Poland: Giroud scores record-breaking goal to send France into World Cup quarter-finals

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France defeated Poland 3-1 in the last 16 of the World Cup, with Olivier Giroud scoring a record-breaking goal to become France's all-time leading scorer.

Giroud's goal, which came just before half-time, gave France a 1-0 lead and proved to be the decisive moment in the match.

Kylian Mbappé added two more goals in the second half to put the result beyond doubt, with Robert Lewandowski scoring a late consolation goal for Poland.

The victory sends France into the quarter-finals, where they will face England on Saturday.

Giroud's goal was his 52nd for France, surpassing Thierry Henry's previous record of 51.

It was a fitting moment for Giroud, who has been a key player for France for over a decade.

The victory was also a significant achievement for Didier Deschamps, who has now led France to the semi-finals of the World Cup in 2018 and the quarter-finals in 2022.

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